The CALM Domains

Abstract This chapter describes the four domains of Managing Cancer and Living Meaningfully (CALM), which represent the general content themes that patients are given the opportunity to address over the course of CALM therapy. These domains—namely, symptom management and communication with healthcare providers; changes in self and relations with close others; spirituality or sense of meaning and purpose; and thinking about the future, hope, and mortality—are discussed here in detail. The general therapeutic goals of exploration in each domain are outlined, with suggested probes to initiate discussion. Case examples, which include potential therapeutic responses and non-CALM responses, are provided to enhance understanding of therapeutic intent within each domain.